FAQs • Grinnell, IA • CivicEngage

I spend the winter in the south; can I get reimbursement on sanitation charges?: If your home has been vacant for at least 3 consecutive months you can request reimbursement for sanitation charges incurred while it was vacant. Reimbursement is given in 3-month increments, i.e. 3 months, 6 months, 9 months, or 12 months. For more information and to submit a reimbursement request see the Extended Vacations webpage.Extended Vacations

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Public Services

1. How do I dispose of a television or other appliances?: Televisions and appliances can be placed at the curb for pick-up by city employees. Each item requires a $16.00 sticker attached and a pick-up scheduled by calling 641-236-2632. $16.00 stickers are available at the Public Service Department and the City Office. For more information, see the Solid Waste webpage. Solid Waste

2. When is the Brush & Compost facility open?: The brush & compost facility is open from early spring to late fall. The days and hours it is open are listed on the Brush & Compost Facility webpage. Brush & Compost Facilty

3. How do I dispose of medication?: Medications should not be disposed of with regular solid waste. A prescription drug drop box is available in the lobby of the Public Safety building (1020 Spring Street) during normal business hours (Monday - Friday 7:30am - 4:30pm). Drop box is only for prescription medications no sharps, no liquids, and no inhalers.
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4. How do I dispose of Sharps?: Residential Customers may dispose of Sharps at the Public Service Department building at 1411 1st Avenue. They should NOT be placed curbside with regular garbage.
Commercial (Business) customers should contact the South Central Iowa Solid Waste Agency at 641-828-8545 ext. 2 to discuss options for Sharps disposal. Preparation

5. What can I take to the Recycling Center?: The Recycling Center is located at the Public Service building 1411 1st Avenue. See the recycling web page for a list of acceptable items and unacceptable items.
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6. I spend the winter in the south; can I get reimbursement on sanitation charges?: If your home has been vacant for at least 3 consecutive months you can request reimbursement for sanitation charges incurred while it was vacant. Reimbursement is given in 3-month increments, i.e. 3 months, 6 months, 9 months, or 12 months. For more information and to submit a reimbursement request see the Extended Vacations webpage. Extended Vacations

7. Where can I purchase yellow bags or stickers for garbage?: $1.30 stickers are available at the following locations: Fareway, Hy-Vee, McNally’s Super Valu, Paul’s Ace Hardware, Theisens, Public Service Department, and the City Office. Yellow bags (while supplies last) are available at McNally’s, Public Service Department, and the City Office. (Yellow bags or stickers are not needed if your trash is picked up in a brown rolling trash cart.)

8. How can I get a dumpster?: The Public Service Department rents dumpsters for limited time usage by residents and to commercial businesses for regular usage. See the Dumpster Rental webpage for more information. Dumpsters obtained from other entities require the Building & Planning Department be contacted if the dumpster is to be placed in the right-of-way. Dumpsters obtained from other entities to be placed in the Central Business District require a permit from the Building & Planning Department. The Building & Planning Department can be reached by calling 641-236-2600. Dumpster Rental

9. Where is the Transfer Station?: The Poweshiek County Transfer Station is located east of Grinnell on Highway 6. The address is 1163 Hwy 6, Malcom, IA 50157. Phone: 641-528-2801 See the SCISWA website for more information. SCISWA Website